Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021

3/8/2023, 7:58 PM

Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of State to take certain actions promoting the normalization of relations between Israel, Arab states, and other relevant countries and regions.

Specifically, the State Department must develop a strategy on expanding and strengthening the Abraham Accords (the term used to refer collectively to agreements between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and between Israel and Bahrain marking the public normalization of relations between the two Arab countries and Israel). The strategy must include a description of how the U.S. government will encourage further normalization of relations with Israel.

In addition, the State Department must report on options for U.S. international efforts to promote the strengthening of ties between Israel, Arab states, and other relevant countries and regions. The State Department must also report on the status of the normalization of relations with Israel, including information on (1) laws that punish individuals for people-to-people relations with Israelis (i.e., anti-normalization laws), and (2) evidence of steps taken by Arab governments toward permitting or encouraging normalized relations between their citizens or residents and Israeli citizens.

Bill 117 hr 2748, also known as the Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen and normalize the relationship between the United States and Israel.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including increasing security cooperation between the two countries, promoting economic partnerships, and supporting cultural and educational exchanges. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining Israel's security and sovereignty in the region.

Additionally, the bill calls for the expansion of diplomatic relations between the US and Israel, including the establishment of a US embassy in Jerusalem. It also reaffirms the US commitment to Israel's right to defend itself against threats in the region. Overall, the Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021 aims to further solidify the strong bond between the United States and Israel, and to promote peace and stability in the Middle East.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 2748

Introduced on
2021-04-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

4/21/2021

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of State to take certain actions promoting the normalization of relations between Israel, Arab states, and other relevant countries and regions.

Specifically, the State Department must develop a strategy on expanding and strengthening the Abraham Accords (the term used to refer collectively to agreements between Israel and the United Arab Emirates and between Israel and Bahrain marking the public normalization of relations between the two Arab countries and Israel). The strategy must include a description of how the U.S. government will encourage further normalization of relations with Israel.

In addition, the State Department must report on options for U.S. international efforts to promote the strengthening of ties between Israel, Arab states, and other relevant countries and regions. The State Department must also report on the status of the normalization of relations with Israel, including information on (1) laws that punish individuals for people-to-people relations with Israelis (i.e., anti-normalization laws), and (2) evidence of steps taken by Arab governments toward permitting or encouraging normalized relations between their citizens or residents and Israeli citizens.

Bill 117 hr 2748, also known as the Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to strengthen and normalize the relationship between the United States and Israel.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including increasing security cooperation between the two countries, promoting economic partnerships, and supporting cultural and educational exchanges. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining Israel's security and sovereignty in the region.

Additionally, the bill calls for the expansion of diplomatic relations between the US and Israel, including the establishment of a US embassy in Jerusalem. It also reaffirms the US commitment to Israel's right to defend itself against threats in the region. Overall, the Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021 aims to further solidify the strong bond between the United States and Israel, and to promote peace and stability in the Middle East.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo encourage the normalization of relations with Israel, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

Potential Impact
Arab-Israeli relations
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Iran
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Museums, exhibitions, cultural centers
Palestinians
Political movements and philosophies
Racial and ethnic relations
Religion
Rule of law and government transparency
Sovereignty, recognition, national governance and status
United Arab Emirates
War crimes, genocide, crimes against humanity
Water use and supply

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Latest Summary6/29/2021

Israel Relations Normalization Act of 2021

This bill requires the Department of State to take certain actions promoting the normalization of relations between Israel, Arab states, and other relevant countries and regions.


Latest Action9/30/2021
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.